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Indigo Books and Music Inc., commonly known as Indigo, is a prominent Canadian retailer headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. Established in 1996, Indigo has grown to become a leader in the retail sector, specialising in books, gifts, and lifestyle products. The company operates across Canada, with a significant presence in major urban centres.
Indigo distinguishes itself through its curated selection of books, unique merchandise, and a commitment to fostering a love of reading. The retailer has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its online platform, which has expanded its reach and accessibility. With a strong market position, Indigo continues to innovate in the retail landscape, making it a go-to destination for book lovers and gift seekers alike.
26
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-10 vs industry average
Indigo Books and Music’s score of 26 is lower than 42% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Reported emissions
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Indigo Books and Music's reported carbon emissions
Indigo Books & Music, a Canadian business services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 309,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of around 5,768,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 11,222,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 274,495,000 kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, emissions from waste generated in operations were approximately 5,281,000 kg CO2e. It is noted that data for certain Scope 3 categories, specifically purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute, were not available for this reporting period. Indigo Books & Music's climate commitments and emissions data are directly from the company itself, as evidenced by its CDP reporting.
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Indigo Books and Music’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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